launch-runbook

Plan and execute structured launch runbooks with rollback procedures.

523|69|Updated Apr 28, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/rampstackco/claude-skills --skill launch-runbook
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Skill: launch-runbook
Source: https://github.com/rampstackco/claude-skills/tree/main/skills/launch-runbook
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/rampstackco/claude-skills --skill launch-runbook

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Launch planning can be chaotic without a standard, coordinated runbook. This skill provides a centralized, repeatable framework to plan, coordinate, and execute launches with clear roles, steps, and rollback procedures, reducing risk and downtime.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured four-phase framework (Pre-launch, Cutover, Verification, Stabilization) that covers all activities from scope to go-live.
  • Clear roles and responsibilities with checklists, dependencies, and rollback criteria to reduce handoffs and miscommunication.
  • Use cases include website launches, product releases, DNS cutovers, and production deployments that require cross-team coordination and post-launch monitoring.

Quick Start

Create a launch runbook for your upcoming deployment by filling in the scope, launch window, team roles, rollback criteria, and communications plan.

Frequently Asked Questions about launch-runbook

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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What is a launch runbook and when do I need one for a deployment?

A launch runbook is a structured framework for coordinating website launches, product releases, or DNS cutovers. You need one for go-live events requiring cross-team coordination, multi-environment monitoring, and documented rollback procedures to reduce risk and downtime.

How do I plan a DNS cutover for a website launch?

Plan a DNS cutover by defining the launch window, assigning team roles, and detailing the cutover steps within a structured runbook. This framework ensures cross-team coordination and includes rollback criteria to safely manage the DNS transition.

How do I execute a production deployment with cross-team coordination?

Execute a production deployment using a four-phase runbook: Pre-launch, Cutover, Verification, and Stabilization. This framework provides checklists, dependencies, and clear roles to reduce handoffs and miscommunication across teams during the release.

What should be included in a release management rollback procedure?

A rollback procedure should include defined rollback criteria, a documented cutover plan, and assigned team roles. The launch runbook framework integrates these elements to ensure a safe, coordinated fallback if the production deployment fails.

Can I use this launch runbook framework for major product releases across multiple environments?

Yes, the launch runbook framework is applicable to major product releases and deployments across multiple environments. It scales to support go-live events requiring post-launch monitoring, cross-team coordination, and structured stabilization activities.

What is the best way to structure team roles and responsibilities for a go-live event?

The best way to structure team roles is using a centralized runbook with clear responsibilities, checklists, and dependencies. This framework reduces handoffs and miscommunication by specifying inputs like team roles, launch windows, and rollback criteria.